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Sunshine Montessori School

Minneapolis, MN · Hennepin County
4557 Colfax Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
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Quick Facts

Capacity
54 children
Age Range
Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (612) 827-4504
4557 Colfax Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55419
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
802445
License Holder
Sunshine Montessori School
Licensed Since
1977
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Hennepin County Social Services

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About the Provider

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Sunshine Montessori School is a nonprofit parent-and-staff-operated school administered by an elected Board of Directors. Sunshine offers a 5 day/week Montessori preschool experience for children ages 16 months - Kindergarten and is dedicated to helping children develop their unique potential.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday
  • Open HoursMonday thru Friday 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2026-04-24 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5; and section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DCYF discovered the error. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2025-05-15 Fine Order
2025-04-11 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted
2024-04-10 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Not Submitted
2023-04-14 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected on site
2021-06-09 Licensing Review In Compliance
2020-10-09 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2019-04-23 Correction Order
2018-04-16 Correction Order

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